Sweet Jamaican Mento Music | Influence, Instruments & A Melodious Song
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Sweet Jamaican Mento Music | Influence, Instruments & A Melodious Song
Love Reggae? Chances are you'll adore Jamaican mento music also, if not already. Here's the full scoop on its history, plus a melodious video -.born Jamaican.
Apr 25, 2017
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⚫️🟢🟡⚫️🎼🪇🪘 #FOLKMUSIC Traditional Jamaican Mento Music is a lively, acoustic folk style that predates reggae and ska. Originating in the 19th century, mento blends African rhythms with European musical forms. It features instruments like the banjo, rumba box, guitar, and hand drums. Lyrics often tell humorous or satirical stories about everyday life. Mento’s upbeat, syncopated rhythm remains a symbol of Jamaican heritage and culture. #mentomusic #mento #traditional #folkmusic #folklore #heri
⚫️🟢🟡⚫️🎼🪇🪘 #FOLKMUSIC Traditional Jamaican Mento Music is a lively, acoustic folk style that predates reggae and ska. Originating in the 19th century, mento blends African rhythms with European musical forms. It features instruments like the banjo, rumba box, guitar, and hand drums. Lyrics often tell humorous or satirical stories about everyday life. Mento’s upbeat, syncopated rhythm remains a symbol of Jamaican heritage and culture. #mentomusic #mento #traditional #folkmusic #folklore #heri
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